Welcome! We are so glad that you are here. You can follow along with the talk here and add your own notes. Right below here you can see what is going on at The River by tapping on "River News". There is also links for you to sign up for events right in the app.

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We are all so thankful for everything that Pastor Todd has done for The River Church over the last 10 years. You can let him know how much you appreciate and care about him by writing a note of thanks. On the credenza outside the worship center are note cards for you to use. Completed cards should be placed in the box on the credenza.

River Youth Back To School Night

TONIGHT, The River Youth will be having our annual Back to School Night from 5:30pm-8:00pm. We are adding more time because we will be doing something new this year that we believe will set students up for an amazing year in their relationship with Christ. Students always look forward to this night and we believe this year will be just as impactful. Please make sure your student joins us that night.

River Youth Parent Meeting

We are having a meeting for parents of students in 6th-12th grade TODAY after 2nd service in the Youth Room. We will be talking about upcoming events, series, and more! This is a great way to learn more about our student ministry! If you have any questions, please contact zach@HitTheRiver.com

River Youth Overflow Groups

The River Youth will be firing up their Senior High Overflow Groups starting on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 6:30pm. These groups exist to connect students with other students and go deeper into their study of God’s word as it overflows into our lives. These groups meet twice a month and have separate Girl’s and Guy’s groups lead by Jillane Holland and Pastor Zach. If you have any questions or want your students to join, please contact zach@HitTheRiver.com

Kids Night Out - Friday, September 6, 2019 5:30pm-8:00pm

School is back in session and life feels like a circus?! Let us take care of your circus animals for you for an evening. We will enjoy a fun circus themed night complete with hotdogs, popcorn, games and more. For only $10 for your first child and $5 for every additional sibling we will provide child care, dinner, crafts, games, a movie, and tons of fun. All proceeds from this event go to Wyandot Elementary Resource Pantry. We welcome all kids preschool (potty trained and 3 years old) through fifth grade to join us. Register at https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/255018 by September 1.

Outdoor Service

Join us outside for our outdoor service on Sunday, September 8 at 10:30am. Bring your lawn chair and some friends or family. We will have a large tent to help shade everyone from the sun. Our RiverBank Kids will be open for nursery and toddlers only because we are encouraging families to sit together for the service.

Stay after the service and enjoy a potluck and FREE ice cream from The Mobile Cone. Please bring either a side dish, salad, or dessert if your last name starts with A through M and those with a last name starting with N through Z please bring a main dish to share.

Baptisms

If you would like to be baptized during our outdoor service please sign up at https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/255048 or at a kiosk near the fireplace.

Screens And Teens

Screen time is rapidly replacing family time, and for teens especially, it is hardwiring the way they connect with their world. In Screens and Teens, Dr. Kathy helps you make sense of all this and empowers you to respond. She:

Dr. Kathy’s research, experience, and relatability all come together for an inspiring book, sure to help you be closer with your kids. Join us for this 10-week study. We believe it is so important for you to find a healthy balance with your kids. Parents of pre-teens are also welcome to sign up. Sign up online at https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/268762

NB Tween (6th-8th Grade) Girl Study

This year we will be identifying 25 of the most common lies young women believe using the book "Lies Young Women Believe”. We will have guest speakers and in-depth discussions on boldly proclaiming the truth we know to be true in God's Word while discarding the lies we are fed from this world. The cost is $25 and you can sign up online at https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/278813.

Women's Fall Study - Slaying The Giants In Your Life

Who Are These Giants? They cast their long shadow over everything we aspire to do, every new land we seek to inhabit, every dream we hope to pursue. Today we’d call them bullies, but they’re the same old giants, and they have us intimidated in the same old way.

This 13 week study, will start on Tuesday, September 10 at 9:30am and Wednesday, September 11 at 6:30pm. (Childcare is only available on Wednesday evenings.) The cost of the study guide is $11. You can register online at https://hittheriver.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/275482 or at a kiosk. If you would like to know more about the study contact Edna Woodrick (edna.woodrick@gmail.com) or Margaret Layman (margaret.s.layman@gmail.com).

Opportunities to Serve In RiverBank Kids

We are in need of individuals to fill the following roles starting in August:

*Preschool Teacher (x2) - During 2nd service

*Connect Teachers and Helpers- During either service

*NEW Position- Hallway Monitor (x4)- During either service

Please prayerfully consider serving our RiverBank Kids. We strive to provide a safe environment for fun with friends and learning about God. We would love to have you join our team! Email Tami Richardson at tami@HitTheRiver.com for more information.

Israel Trip With BYM

Visit Israel December 1-8, 2020 with Pastor Brad & Heidi! Walk where Jesus walked in Jerusalem. Be baptized in the Jordan River. Go out on the Sea of Galilee. If you’re married, renew your marriage vows in Cana. There’s a brochure on the credenza in the lobby with more information or talk to Pastor Brad and Heidi.

FREE Digital Bible Study Resources

One of our goals here is to provide everyone who attends The River with discipleship resources, which is why we’re giving all of our members access to RightNow Media for FREE! If you have not already signed up you easily get access by texting “RightNow HitTheRiver” to 41411.

The River Church has a Deacon Team in place to address the needs of people who are in the midst of difficult circumstances. We invite people to contact us, whether for yourself or for another person at the River. If you want to be considered for help by the Deacon Team, it is as simple as sending a message to deaconteam@HitTheRiver.com. The Deacon Team is made up of 4 members: Melisa Bock, Vicki Chappell, Terry Daviaux, and Phil Wolf. All requests are handled with confidentiality. The Deacon Team also helps provide boxes of food and personal hygiene products to people in need whether or not they attend the River Church.

Clothing Donations - Matthew 25 Ministries

We are partnering with Matthew 25 Ministries to collect gently used clothing, shoes and blankets. There is now a clothing bin located in the parking lot next to the driveway as you pull in. Please consider donating to Matthew 25 Ministries. Their work takes them locally, nationally, and internationally. For more information on Matthew 25 Ministries you can go to m25m.org.

E-Newsletter

Once a month we send out an e-newsletter with informative articles, event information, and stories from people in our congregation. If you’d like to receive the e-newsletter, you can sign up online at http://eepurl.com/cTmULD

Get The App

Have you wondered how you can connect with what is going on with The River in an easier way through a simple app on your smart phone? Well, you are in luck! Go to the App Store or Google Play Store and search for "My Church Center" to download the app. You will have to choose The River Church as your church and then it will walk you through steps to login. From there you can easily edit your information, sign up for events, and give.

Affinity Groups

Connect with others who share similar interests in a fun and inviting way! Make new River friends while creating natural environments to engage those not yet connected to The River. Affinity Groups can form the basis of long-lasting friendships and community that point you and others to Jesus. Here are the groups for you to choose from: Card/Board Games, Biking, Photography, Running, Scrapbooking & Crafting. Sign up and get more info at https://hittheriver.com/connect-with-us/adults/affinity-groups.

Can We Pray for You?

We have an email network of people who are committed to pray for you wether it’s big or small. Email your prayer request to prayer@HitTheRiver.com.

Angels Among Us

There are times in life when we can be in a situation where a meal would be a blessing, such as after giving birth or when dealing with a medical situation. Through our Angels Among Us ministry, you can help people within our church by bringing them a meal. To join, send an email to info@HitTheRiver.com letting us know you’d like to be part of this ministry. When a need arises, you will receive an email asking if you can sign up to bring a meal. If you are in a situation where you could be blessed by a meal, please email us at info@HitTheRiver.com.

"The core of our values is an abiding respect for Biblically-based business principles. To us this means conducting business in a manner that is legal, ethical, moral and healthy to the faith-based spiritual life of every employee owner, customer, supplier and competitor." -Douglas Machine Values

Connect with others who share similar interests in a fun and inviting way! Make new River friends while creating natural environments to engage those not yet connected to The River. Affinity Groups can form the basis of long-lasting friendships and community that point you and others to Jesus. Here are the groups for you to choose from: Card/Board Games, Biking, Running, or Scrapbooking & Crafting. Sign up and get more info at the link below.

We believe life change happens best when people intentionally connect with each other. Our primary way to connect people is through community groups. If you would like to get more information about community groups check out this link, which takes you to our website where you can fill out a form to get connected into one.

If you would like to join us in impacting the world around us locally and globally you can do so right on your mobile device by clicking the link "Give" below. You can also give by text just text the AMOUNT of your donation to 84321 to make your donation. Thank you for your generosity!